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argocd-k8s-deploy

Automate ArgoCD-driven Kubernetes deployments by updating image tags in manifests overlays.

Updated Apr 22, 2026
Search Tags:#deployment#rollback#kubernetes#gitops#argocd#digitalocean#overlays
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Skill: argocd-k8s-deploy
Source: https://github.com/Shockwave2k/team-claude-skills/tree/main/skills/devops/argocd-k8s-deploy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Shockwave2k/team-claude-skills --skill argocd-k8s-deploy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

ArgoCD-based deployments on Digital Ocean Kubernetes can be error-prone and drift-prone; this skill provides a safe, repeatable GitOps workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • GitOps-first deployment: manage all changes via PRs to the manifests repo.
  • Environment overlays: promote a single image tag across dev/staging/prod without rebuilds.
  • Safer operations: forbids direct kubectl apply and documents rollback steps.

Quick Start

Open the manifests repo, update the target environment overlay to bump the image tag, and create a PR to trigger ArgoCD sync.

Frequently Asked Questions about argocd-k8s-deploy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I deploy to Kubernetes using ArgoCD on Digital Ocean?▼

To deploy to Kubernetes using ArgoCD, update the image tag in the target environment overlay within the manifests repo and create a PR to trigger an automatic sync.

What is the best way to promote an image tag across dev, staging, and prod environments?▼

The best way to promote an image tag across dev, staging, and prod is by updating environment overlays in the manifests repo, allowing promotion across environments without rebuilding images.

Why should I avoid direct kubectl apply when using ArgoCD for GitOps deployments?▼

You should avoid direct kubectl apply because this ArgoCD workflow enforces GitOps rules, requiring all changes via PRs to prevent configuration drift and ensure safe, repeatable deployments.

How do I rollback a deployment in ArgoCD?▼

To rollback a deployment in ArgoCD, follow the documented release and rollback steps provided by the workflow, which involves reverting changes in the manifests repository to trigger a sync.

How does updating Kustomize overlays trigger an ArgoCD sync?▼

Updating Kustomize overlays triggers an ArgoCD sync because the GitOps workflow monitors the manifests repo for changes, automatically applying the new image tags to the target environment.

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